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Garlic Chicken Guyanese Style

Cultural Context

Garlic Chicken is a beloved dish in Guyana, reflecting the country's diverse culinary influences from Indigenous, African, Indian, and European cultures. Traditionally prepared for family gatherings and special occasions, it showcases the vibrant flavors of garlic, herbs, and spices. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Guyana, embraced by those who appreciate its bold and aromatic profile.

GuyaneseGYmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 large chicken breasts
2 whole garlic
handful of thyme
salt
vinegar
Marguerite pepper

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and has a similar flavor profile.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: habanero pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño pepper

Habanero offers similar heat while jalapeño is milder and more accessible.

1

Wash and slice chicken breasts in vinegar.

2

Blend Marguerite pepper and thyme with a little vinegar.

3

Mix blended thyme and pepper with chicken in a glass bottle.

4

Add salt to the chicken mixture and marinate for 2 days.

5

After marinating, heat oil in a pot and add the marinated chicken.

6

Brown the chicken until nicely cooked and golden.

7

Serve with bread.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingroasting

Equipment Needed

glass bottlepot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Guyanese Garlic ChickenGarlic Chicken

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